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Liverpool have identified Independiente youngster Thiago Veron as a player to follow. The 16-year-old gem is already on the radar at Anfield. Sport Witness sources understand the Argentine is on Liverpool’s scouting list. The Premier League club are following his progress at Independiente, where he is considered one of the academy’s most exciting prospects. This is still at a very early stage. There are no negotiations or suggestions Liverpool are preparing an offer for Veron. For now, they have identified the teenager and are keeping track of his development in Argentina. Why Veron has caught the eye Thiago Veron was born in 2010 and operates primarily as an attacking midfielder. He can also play from either wing, but he prefers to be in the centre of the pitch. The left-footer is regarded as one of the more interesting talents of his age group in Argentina. Veron is still relatively small physically, which is hardly surprising at 16. His low centre of gravity, mobility and balance help him deal with that. Technically, there is already plenty to like. The youngster has very good close control and can work his way through tight spaces. His agility allows him to beat opponents, while he is also comfortable carrying the ball at speed. He is also very comfortable with his weaker foot. Despite naturally favouring his left, he regularly uses his right when dribbling or moving the ball. Perhaps the more interesting part of his game is how he finds space. Veron likes having freedom behind the forwards and moves around the opposition half looking for pockets. He scans regularly and can receive from deep before trying to push forward. His passing also stands out in the final third. He looks for teammates in dangerous areas and can vary between short combinations, longer passes and crosses. Some kind of an ‘old-school’ Argentine enganche. One more for Liverpool to watch Thiago Veron’s versatility gives Liverpool another reason to keep an eye on him. And well, the club just recently moved for 17-year-old Samuel Martinez in Colombia. So the Reds look prepared to move early when they identify a South American prospect they particularly like. There is obviously a very long way to go with a player this young. So Liverpool having him on their scouting list should be viewed for exactly what it is. They have spotted a promising talent early and want to see how he develops. There is no transfer process underway at this stage. Veron is simply a name Liverpool have identified in Argentina and one whose progress they are now following. But it’s surely worth watching.